Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye former Liverpool defender next summer

Oct 1, 2026, 02:56 AM ET

Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah is on the radar of Real Madrid ahead of next summer, while Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City have been alerted to the potential availability of Barcelona defender Jules Koundé. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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Trending rumors

- Real Madrid are tracking Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah ahead of next summer, according to Bild. Los Blancos have scouted the 23-year-old England international as they look to add at least two defensive additions to their squad, following his solid displays in Germany since moving from Liverpool for €35 million in 2025, while previous suitors Arsenal are also monitoring developments.

- Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City have been alerted to the potential availability of Barcelona defender Jules Koundé, TEAMtalk reports. Chelsea are actively monitoring the France international, with Xabi Alonso keen on reinforcing his options at right back and the Spanish club looking to raise money to fund their new signings.

- Tottenham Hotspur have added Hull City goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis to their shortlist of future goalkeeping targets alongside Brighton's Bart Verbruggen, according to TEAMtalk. The 23-year-old Greece international has impressed so far, with three clean sheets in five Premier League appearances following his £20 million summer move from Olympiakos.

- Bournemouth will not entertain January offers to sign England midfielder Alex Scott despite interest from Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea, reports BBC Sport. The Cherries intend to hold on to the 23-year-old until at least next summer as he enters the final two years of his contract, with transfer valuation of at least £100 million in their minds.

- Real Madrid striker Endrick could face another loan move in January due to a lack of playing time, according to Diario AS. AS Roma maintain an interest in the Brazilian youngster following his previous spell at Lyon, though upcoming opportunities under new Madrid boss José Mourinho could impact his decision.

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Other rumors

- Manchester United are keen to agree a new contract with star midfielder Bruno Fernandes, while Atletico Madrid, Juventus, AC Milan and Galatasaray monitor his situation. (Caught Offside)

- United's chances of signing Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde in January have received a boost due to his reduced game time. (Football Insider)

- Tottenham Hotspur are admiring Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as a potential option for the future. (Ekrem Konur)

- Liverpool are interested in a potential January deal to sign Brentford forward Kevin Schade. (TEAMtalk)

- Liverpool are continuing to keep tabs on Lyon midfielder Tyler Morton following his departure from Anfield last summer. (Football Insider)

- Juventus scouts watched Netherlands international duo Virgil van Dijk and Brian Brobbey during their draw with Germany. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Bayer Leverkusen, Newcastle United, Brentford, Ipswich Town and Hull City are monitoring Dinamo Zagreb defender Noa Mikić. (Ekrem Konur)

- Napoli are preparing a January transfer plan targeting FC Basel winger Asane Sow, Monaco midfielder Mamadou Coulibaly, Rennes midfielder Sebastian Szymański, and Fiorentina defender Dodô. (Gazzetta dello Sport)